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by Leslie
Fri May 24, 2024 1:47 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: Sticking caliper v's pad wear countdown
Replies: 2
Views: 33

Sticking caliper v's pad wear countdown

I actually noticed in the motor factors the box had been opened before which made me more keen ask to look inside but it was one of those days yesterday where anything could go wrong did go wrong and with no car I had to beg a lift into town so was double checking and just as well. Its cost cutting ...
by Leslie
Fri May 24, 2024 1:05 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: Need towing advice - managing transmission temp (petrol engine)
Replies: 11
Views: 295

Need towing advice - managing transmission temp (petrol engine)

Its not usually an issue in the uk with it's cool climate but in other countries id maybe try to get the bigger fan if doing a lot of towing , Ive had what I calculated to be about 2.7 ton gross on the back (Including car transporter trailer) ,the max allowed before but it was a cool day , you certa...
by Leslie
Fri May 24, 2024 12:55 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: Sticking caliper v's pad wear countdown
Replies: 2
Views: 33

Sticking caliper v's pad wear countdown

I've had a slightly sticking front caliper since the x5 got back on the road ,its been fine most of the time or so it seemed , I got a refurbed caliper last week and had a look at the outer pad on drivers side and it looked almost new so didn't buy new pads , once the caliper was off it became clear...
by Leslie
Thu May 23, 2024 12:48 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E70 2nd-gen, 2007-2013)
Topic: Need towing advice - managing transmission temp (petrol engine)
Replies: 11
Views: 295

Need towing advice - managing transmission temp (petrol engine)

In the UK the coolant or certainly the replacement stuff we get should I think be pink, blue here is short life coolant (2 years rather than 5) .It may be different were you are though. I'd say an aluminium pan would make zero difference and id stick with oe spec plastic. The oil cooler does the coo...
by Leslie
Tue May 14, 2024 12:20 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (F15 3rd-gen, 2014+)
Topic: Checklist for F15 before buying?
Replies: 4
Views: 286

Checklist for F15 before buying?

I wouldn't be leaving the seller to clear the finance you are putting yourself at risk, it doesn't sound that great plenty more out there :thumbsdown:
by Leslie
Thu May 09, 2024 5:37 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Advice on engine failure..
Replies: 8
Views: 309

Advice on engine failure..

Id agree reject it if you can as time is running out , the longer you leave it the harder it will be , not your problem , having just experienced turbo failure this week on my old passat I can confirm it fills the exhaust with a lot of oil and a smokescreen James bond would be proud off , took 2 pin...
by Leslie
Tue May 07, 2024 10:34 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (F15 3rd-gen, 2014+)
Topic: X5 F15- intermittent Chassis Restriction Fault
Replies: 11
Views: 1924

X5 F15- intermittent Chassis Restriction Fault

I just did 1 and its been fine a year later passenger ones tend to take more of a hammering with potholes .
by Leslie
Sat Apr 27, 2024 8:05 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Car Insurance
Replies: 4
Views: 320

Car Insurance

My x5 is up for renewal soon and my current insurer has sent me a nice letter stating they will no longer cover me or quote again after the policy expires! Getting some OK quotes and many mad ones lol 9k anyone? :rofl: Perhaps crazier is windscreen cover isn't even an option on some comprehensive po...
by Leslie
Fri Apr 26, 2024 7:18 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Opinions on dash removal
Replies: 18
Views: 1221

Opinions on dash removal

Top effort enjoy your well earned beer :thumbsup:
by Leslie
Wed Apr 24, 2024 4:24 pm
Forum: General X5 Forum (E53 1st-gen, 2000-2006)
Topic: Opinions on dash removal
Replies: 18
Views: 1221

Opinions on dash removal

Disconnect battery don't be taking any chances an airbag will take your head off if you are near it when it deploys accidently .
by Leslie
Sat Apr 20, 2024 10:43 am
Forum: Forum Discussion
Topic: Insurance
Replies: 29
Views: 3039

Insurance

All they usually want to know with wheels is are they oem for the model or an option then it shouldn't make any difference.
by Leslie
Fri Apr 19, 2024 10:49 am
Forum: General X3 Forum (F25 - 2nd gen : 2011+)
Topic: Windscreen washer jets
Replies: 12
Views: 2169

Windscreen washer jets

It will most likely be algae in the pump filters below the pumps .
by Leslie
Fri Apr 19, 2024 10:46 am
Forum: General X6 Forum (E71 - 1st gen : 2008-2015)
Topic: Vibration at very low speeds
Replies: 5
Views: 1614

Vibration at very low speeds

Think there was an issue with the front prop universal joint corroding and failing on these worth a check too.
by Leslie
Wed Apr 17, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: General car-related discussion
Topic: Cheap & nasty OE rear wiper arm
Replies: 3
Views: 1183

Cheap & nasty OE rear wiper arm

My e70 one is cracked,( not a genuine replacement )I replaced it 5 years ago as one on it was also cracked ,it was cheap though to be fair . :D
by Leslie
Mon Apr 15, 2024 7:48 pm
Forum: General car-related discussion
Topic: Wheel Hub Corrosion
Replies: 6
Views: 417

Wheel Hub Corrosion

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: special price too :rofl: